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Ballerini Triumphs in Antalya Stage

Tour of Türkiye heads into final day with tight competition

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2 May, 2026

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Italian cyclist Davide Ballerini claimed victory in the seventh stage of the Presidential Cycling Tour of Türkiye, finishing the 152.8 km Antalya loop in just under three hours and twenty minutes.

He crossed the line ahead of Marceli Boguslawski and Tom Crabbe after a fast and competitive stage.

Despite Ballerini’s win, the overall race lead remains with Sebastian Berwick, who continues to wear both the turquoise (general classification) and red jerseys. Ballerini’s strong performance earned him the green jersey, while young Turkish rider Mustafa Tarakci held onto the white jersey.

The race, part of the Union Cycliste Internationale Europe Tour, is Türkiye’s top cycling event at ProSeries level. It spans scenic coastal routes through cities like Izmir, Aydin, Mugla, and Antalya.

The final stage, a 105.2 km route in Ankara, will decide the ultimate winner as the eight-day race comes to a close.

Source:AA